COVID-19 treatment cost effectiveness
Treatment cost times the median NNT (number needed to treat) from studies
reporting mortality results with calculable NNT. Costs are shown in $US
and based on estimated costs for widespread distribution
by governments. Results reflect conditions as used in trials to date, these
depend on the population treated, treatment delay, and treatment regimen. For
example, vitamin C results are dominated by very late treatment studies with
high control mortality. Click the treatment name to see all studies, where the
name of each study can be clicked on for the source paper. No treatment is
100% effective. Protocols typically combine multiple treatments which may be
complementary and synergistic. Treatment efficacy may vary by variant,
especially for monoclonal antibodies. Only medications with ≥3 results are
shown. Cost per life saved may increase for variants having lower
virulence. All treatments have potential side effects.
All practical, effective, and safe means should be used based on risk/benefit analysis.
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treatments are complementary. All practical, effective, and safe means should
be used based on risk/benefit analysis. No treatment, vaccine, or intervention
is 100% available and effective for all current and future variants. We do not
provide medical advice. Before taking any medication, consult a qualified
physician who can provide personalized advice and details of risks and
benefits based on your medical history and situation. FLCCC and WCH
provide treatment protocols.
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that studies are listed under the date they were first available, which may be
the date of an earlier preprint.